Core Entry Skill #4 - Assist Tradespeople

Sub Skills Assessment Criteria

1. Move tools, equipment and materials.

  1. The person consistently retrieves the right piece of equipment.
  2. Identify the different materials, e.g., 2x4, 2x6.
  3. Demonstrate safe handling of tools, equipment and materials.
  4. Demonstrate proper handling of tools, equipment and materials.
  5. Clarifies for meaning when unsure and when in doubt asks.

2. Use hand tools

  1. Identify the right tool on a consistent basis.
  2. Use the right tool for the job.
  3. Uses own tool(s) when appropriate.
  4. Demonstrate safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
  5. Demonstrate proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
  6. Clarifies for meaning when unsure and when in doubt asks.

3. Use power tools and equipment

  1. Identify the right tool on a consistent basis.
  2. Use the right tool for the job.
  3. Use own tool(s) when appropriate.
  4. Demonstrate safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
  5. Demonstrate proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
  6. Clarifies for meaning when unsure and when in doubt asks.
  7. Can identify when s/he is not comfortable working with the equipment.
  8. Distinguish between domestic and industrial equipment and adjust significantly to the differences.

4. Clean work area

  1. Take the initiative to clean the area.
  2. Dispose of garbage appropriately.
  3. Work within own limitations.
  4. Recognise the difference between contaminated and non-contaminated garbage.
  5. Separate and store correctly reusable materials.

NOTES:

Demonstration is considered the most effective way of displaying competency. Completion of a course in Metal shop or Wood Shop is also favoured as an indicator of interest.